Benefits of a Rise and Recline Chair
Rise and Recline chairs don’t just provide excellent levels of comfort!
In this blog we explore some of the other benefits of an electric rise and recline chair that you may not be aware of.
Improve Circulation
We would all benefit from sitting with our feet up but for some of us it is essential. In fact it may be just what your doctor has ordered if you have swelling in your feet or ankles.
Elevating the legs takes pressure off the leg veins and promotes the flow of blood which helps to reduce swelling, reduce pain, relieve pressure and muscle tension.
With the touch of a button the rise and recline chair allows you to raise your feet and legs to the correct height to improve circulation while seated.
Increase Safety
When we think about how to prevent falls we often only think about the most obvious areas in the house; such as the stairs or in the bathroom. However, many people with mobility issues have an increased risk of falling when trying to get out of a chair.
For anyone who struggles to get up or sit down, an electric rise and recline chair can make a great deal of difference.
Difficulty in standing up from a chair can be due to a combination of reasons:
- weakness in the legs
- back issues
- poor balance
- incorrect technique
- fear of falling
- lack of flexibility
- poor range of motion in the knees
If you have balance issues or your strength isn’t what it used to be then a rise and recline chair is going to make a huge improvement and not only increase safety but your confidence and independence will soar too.
Increase Energy
If you do struggle to get up, this can also lead to you getting out of breathe and running out of energy making it even more likely that you could fall.
The rise action will mean that you exert less energy getting out of the chair so that you won’t be exhausted or out of breath as much, leaving you with more energy to get on with your day.
Reduce Pain and Injury
Not only does the riser action help you stand up, it also helps you to sit back down again while being supported all the way.
Getting into the chair can also be a challenge if your physical strength and balance are compromised.
A rise and recline chair can remove the effort and pain involved if you also have difficulty getting back into your chair. Simply leave the chair in the rise position that you got out at and you can easily get back in to the chair from this point. No more ‘flopping’ down into your chair and no risk of hurting your back or getting other injuries in the process.
Free Seating Advice
It’s important to get the right seat for you and your needs to ensure that your chair will deliver the best levels of comfort and support.
We provide a tailored, free service to ensure that we get it right for you first time.
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